There’s no shortage of narrative recaps of HBO’s Luck, but we’ll help you better understand the racing concepts in each week’s episode.
Horses and their goats, understanding where a horse fits, playing gimmicks and most importantly, coming out to see it.
Understanding Luck: Episode 8
The once in a lifetime horse, more on post positions, workouts and jockey weights plus a tried and true racing strategy.
Understanding Luck: Episode 7
A closer look at the mechanics of claiming horses, racetrackers and their superstitions, jockeys and aftercare.
Understanding Luck: Episode 6
Wagering strategy, the winner’s circle, surviving an inquiry and being patient with talent are the racing themes in this week’s episode.
Understanding Luck: Episode 5
Filling races, pre-race exams, stoopers and an exciting time of the year.
Understanding Luck: Episode 4
Jockey instruction, a nod to a Hall of Famer, overcoming a rough start, lasix and aftercare are all topics covered in this week’s episode.
Understanding Luck: Episode 3
Pedigree, post positions, the cost of horse ownership along with several other aspects of racing are included in episode 3.
Understanding Luck: Episode 2
Gate works, working in company and the strange, secretive world of claiming races.
Understanding Luck: Episode 1
From workouts to Pick 6 tickets, get up to speed on the racing concepts from Luck’s first episode.
